GM Donates Diesel Trucks to Tri-C Auto Tech Training Program

Five new vehicles allow GM ASEP students to train on the latest technology

General Motors recently donated $223,000 in diesel trucks for use as learning tools in the General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program (GM ASEP) at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C^®).  

The donation allows students to train on vehicles featuring the latest in diesel, electronic and safety technology. The College received three Chevrolet Silverados and two GMC Sierras. 

“Hands-on training is the backbone of GM ASEP,” said Kitty McCarthy, director of Tri-C’s Automotive Technology program. “This generous donation from General Motors allows our students to build the skills they need to succeed in this industry.” 

GM ASEP students at Tri-C alternate between classroom training and paid internships at a sponsoring GM dealership or ACDelco Professional Service Center. This combination of school and work experience reinforces the technical knowledge required for a career in the field. 

Upon graduation, students typically leave campus with an Associate of Applied Science degree and a full-time job offer as a specialized service technician. 

The new trucks join a collection of more than 30 vehicles available for GM ASEP classes at the College. The program is run out of Tri-C’s Advanced Automotive Technology Center at Western Campus. 

Visit tri-c.edu/autotech for more information on GM ASEP and similar programs.

October 22, 2020

John Horton, 216-987-4281 john.horton@tri-c.edu